THE NETHERLANDS
The Dutch classics.
The 15 most popular north holland tours in the Netherlands. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Private electric boat rental in Haarlem. Pilot without a license, enjoy silent canal views for 2–10 hours, up to 12 people.
“Great experience that is a lot of fun and you have a completely different view of the city. I can really recommend it. Very straightforward and super nice care.Auto-translated”
Small-group walk in Zaanse Schans for windmill views, clog making, and cheese tasting with guide Diana. English, mobile ticket, about 2 hours.
“Thank you Diana for a wonderful and highly informative tour! It was great to start at 8.30 and avoid most of the crowds. Highly recommended!!”
Rent a KNAAP electric fatbike in Texel for 3 hours. Get a map, pedal-assist comfort, and explore rough terrain at your pace.
“Thanks for your great review 🇧🇪🚴♂️ Great to hear that the fat bikes were so well received. Hope to see you next time on Texel for even more cycling fun 🌞🌊”
Canoe out of Amsterdam into the Waterland countryside on a small-group Nature 2000 route, with gear, an onboard drink stop, and optional lunch.
“We had a wonderful time canoeing through the islands. We learned about local culture and history, enjoyed a light snack and got to paddle peacefully through the Dutch countryside with a few other people. Saw ducks, geese, cows, goats, fish and more. Truly a peaceful paddle through a freshwater paradise. Loved it.”
Sail Haarlem’s canals for 1.5 hours on a cozy private boat with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks plus Dutch fried bites.
“Jelle onze schipper was fantastisch!! Zijn enthousiasme, kennis en verhalen geweldig!!!”
A small-group guided bike tour from Schagen through Noord Holland’s tulip fields, windmills, and countryside villages with snacks included.
“This was a great tour and a wonderful day! Very charming way to see the tulips. We moved to Amsterdam a year ago and wanted to see the tulips away from the crowds, I would highly recommend doing this! It is 4 hours of biking in the wind, so if you're unsure of your abilities…”
Rent a 3-hour E-fatbike in Texel from Oudeschild. Electric assist up to 25 km/h, fat tires for dunes, route tips, and easy service.
“Very nice to explore Texel on fat bikes. Through the dunes to De Cocksdorp and back along the dike. Had lunch at the Family. Three hours actually pass too quickly.Auto-translated”
Private Amsterdam to Schiphol transfer in executive cars with Wi‑Fi, luggage room, and on-time doorstep service for flights.
“Our driver was on time, in the hotel Lobby waiting for us to pick us up for our early flight out of Schipol. Beautiful, clean and comfortable Mercedes & great driver”
Non-stop private transfer from IJmuiden harbor to Amsterdam or Schiphol in 40–50 minutes, with luggage help and English service.
“Excellent service. Car was eating at the terminal, they loaded our bags, provided us with water and it was a nice ride to the hotel.”
Private one-way transfer between IJmuiden harbor and Amsterdam or Schiphol, up to 4 people, 40–50 minutes, 24/7 pickup.
“Great experience with our driver Mo. Took us to various locations from old town to Amsterdam and the red light district”
Private minivan day from IJmuiden to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, Marken and Amsterdam with English driver, WiFi and flexible stops.
“Our driver was amazing 👏 and very accommodating!! Would highly recommend. He made sure that everything was the way we wanted it.”
Rent a classic-style electric Solex for 3 hours on Texel. Cover about 60 km, get a map, insurance, and ride at your pace.
“Wij hadden 12 solexen gehuurd maar helaas waren die er niet maar stonden er e choppers.E choppers hadden we al vaker gedaan en op solexen rijden nog nooit.Dit was een enorme teleurstelling. Verhuurders waren wel super vriendelijk!!”
A GPS-led Schagen scavenger hunt you control. Solve clues, earn points, and explore squares and monuments at a relaxed pace.
“It was nice to walk a bit further through the city and discover things. There were some minus points. Sometimes the answers could not be found so had to look up on the phone. The GPS on the maps didn't work. All in all, it was okay. You can't always throw 6Auto-translated”
Private sushi workshop in Hilversum with chef Nigel van der Weerd. Learn 4 styles, enjoy your dinner with drinks in 2.5 hours.
“Nigel en Chantal hebben ons een fantastische workshop gegeven! Het is een gezellig en warm stel dat ons met geduld en passie, kennis hebben laten maken met de bereiding van Sushi! Van de rijst tot de toppings. Het enthousiasme van NiRead more”
Rent a Solex on Texel from Oudeschild with a route map, about 60 km fuel, helmet, and roadside help for 3–7 hours.
“That it's perfectly doable on the solex.”
